Performance «Diary of a Madman» by the Kostanay Regional Puppet Theater
Genre: Tragicomedy
Age Rating: 18+
Duration: 60 minutes
Language: Russian
Venue: Main Hall
Date and Time: October 24, 3:00 PM
Creative Team:
- Author – Nikolai Gogol
- Director – Nikoloz Sabashvili
- Set Designer – Alexandra Kravtsova
About the Performance:
«Diary of a Madman» is a contemporary stage interpretation of a classic literary work, a psychological production that explores the fragility and vulnerability of the human soul. Unable to accept the reality surrounding him, the protagonist retreats into a world of fantasy, where the boundaries between reality and illusion begin to disappear, and he comes to believe that he is the King of Spain.
While remaining faithful to the author's original vision, the director breathes new life into the work through expressive stage imagery, artistic set design, lighting, and sound. The performance invites audiences to reflect on human destiny and the true value of the inner self in a society dominated by material wealth and social status.
About the Theater:
The Kostanay Regional Puppet Theater is a creative company that invites children and adults into a fascinating world of art and imagination. Its repertoire includes more than 60 productions based on works of Kazakhstani and world literature. Alongside fairy tales for children, the theater presents performances exploring human nature, life, and pressing social issues, including «The Old Man and the Sea», «The Queen of Spades», «Diary of a Madman», and «Men…». Combining traditional puppetry with innovative approaches to directing, the theater explores new forms of theatrical expression and strives to create memorable experiences for its audiences. The company actively participates in national and international theater festivals, earning numerous awards and distinctions. Today, the theater continues to make a significant contribution to the cultural life of the region, presenting productions that inspire the imagination of young audiences and encourage adults to reflect on deeper questions of life.